LEXINGTON COUNTY, S.C. — A quiet neighborhood in Gaston has been left in shock and mourning after a deadly stabbing early Friday morning claimed the life of 22-year-old Gabrielle Marie Cribb. The sudden violence has deeply affected family, friends, and residents who are now struggling to understand how such a tragic incident unfolded.
According to the Lexington County Coroner’s Office, the incident occurred around 3:20 a.m. on May 1, 2026, at a residence in the 100 block of Marshall Road. Authorities say Cribb was involved in an altercation at the home when she suffered multiple stab wounds during the confrontation.
Emergency responders were called to the scene and quickly transported Cribb to a nearby hospital in hopes of saving her life. Despite those efforts, she was later pronounced dead, marking a heartbreaking end to a situation that escalated in a matter of moments.
Officials have confirmed that an autopsy will be conducted at the Medical University of South Carolina in Charleston. The examination is expected to provide additional information regarding the nature of her injuries and assist investigators in understanding more details about the case.
At this time, law enforcement has not released any information about a suspect or what may have led to the deadly altercation. The Lexington County Sheriff’s Department and the Coroner’s Office are actively investigating, working to gather evidence and speak with anyone who may have been involved or witnessed the incident.
As the investigation continues, the community is left grieving the loss of Gabrielle Cribb, remembering her as a young woman whose life ended far too soon. Friends, neighbors, and loved ones are expressing sorrow and disbelief as they come to terms with the tragedy, while authorities continue their search for answers in a case that has left a painful mark on the Lexington County community.